I don’t know when I will be able to start the construction process because I’ve been really short on time lately; this may also be my last winter project too. At this point I’ve gathered some of the notions and the fabric:I couldn’t get a full circumference length metallic zipper with two pulls, so I settled with two half circumference separable metallic zippers instead. I’m planning on adding a buttoned tab (with four buttons, one on each corner) to hide the zipper ends on the back; I can unbutton the tab if I decide to wear the coat as a bolero. I couldn’t find the zippers in the exact color match for my fabric either but since the fabric is really dark blue and the tape will be mostly concealed, I think these will do. As for the pattern, I’m adapting one from a 2009 Burda, trying to achieve a similar coat to the Burberry's but still adding my personal touch and a few different details (I want it a little shorter, I’ll skip all those buttons on the sleeves, etc.). Here’s the original pattern (August 2009 BWOF, model 102):My alterations so far consist in adding some length, tapering the waist a little bit, repositioning the buttons, and removing the original in-seam tabbed pockets, substituting them by side pockets (welt or patch pockets, I haven’t decided yet, in either case there will be a flap as in the Burberry coat).

I hope to get started on the cutting and construction as soon as I can. I will try to keep you guys posted as I go!

OmGoodness Tany... I am so looking forward to your inspiration coat. I had a 2n1 coat years ago. I really need to check the attic. I thought it was the coolest garment I owned, just being able to unzip it and presto a peacoat.

The Burberry inspiration coat is gorgeous, but I know whatever you created will be stupendous. Please give careful detail of as many steps as you can because I'm confident in saying "we" follow you construction steps closely.

I have the Burda 09 coat on my winter collection list, so look forward to your usual construction posts. Regarding needing the things we make, I think one the advantages of sewing is that we can afford to follow our instincts, desires and be a little self-indulgent.

EN Summary: After cleaning up the lining on the sleeves and sleeve vent, I couldn’t help myself and finished the cuffs. I recorded a short movie on Instagram which will give you an idea of how it looks :). Then I proceeded with setting in the sleeves by hand. Keep reading to find out about my progress so far!
--- PT Sumário: Depois de fazer o acabamento do forro nas mangas e na abertura dos punhos, não resisti a terminar o acabamento dos punhos. Gravei um vídeo no instagram que vos dará uma ideia de como fica. Depois passei à parte de coser as mangas à jaqueta à mão. Continuem a ler para verem o meu progresso até ao momento!